By Amy Mann, Children’s Services And Erin Streeter, Children’s Services Librarian In nineteenth-century America, New Year celebrations were the event of the season. They often involved visiting friends and neighbors and exchanging gifts while Christmas was a religious holiday without much fanfare. Modern Christmas mixes the sacred meaning of the season with a joyful, exhausting, …read more.

WARSAW — A one-car accident happened on CR 200S south of Warsaw Saturday morning. The driver of a Buick Lacrosse was traveling along a hilly portion of 200S west of SR 25 where it appears the person lost control and hit an earthen berm on the north side of the road. Other details were not …read more.

WARSAW —Leaf pick-up in Warsaw will be delayed due to lingering snow and ice. Once the snow and ice melts, leaf pick-up will resume, said a news release from the city of Warsaw. Residents can continue to rake leaves to the curb and crews will pick them up as soon as they are able. The …read more.

WARSAW — Lakeland Regional Sewer District Board of Trustees’ monthly meeting on Nov. 13 ended with the announcement of the resignation of Greg Mitchell, effective Dec. 1, 2019. Mitchell joined the board in 2013, during what Jim Haney, board president, characterized as “difficult times,” when the district was still in the planning stages. Haney thanked …read more.

WARSAW — Dozens of local organizations and volunteers came together on Friday, Nov. 15, to host Kosciusko County’s third annual Military Veteran Stand Down event at Center Lake Pavilion. At the event, veterans received access to VA administration, employment assistance, educational opportunities, free haircuts and personal items, and a warm meal for veterans and their …read more.

Fans of the Warsaw Tiger Football team show their support as a police escort for the football team turns the corner at Center and Buffalo streets in Warsaw Friday afternoon, Nov. 15. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW — Fans of Warsaw Community High School’s football team gave them a sendoff Friday, Nov. 15, as …read more.

WARSAW — A rebidding effort for the future Buffalo Street plaza saw more interested companies than before, but the new bids came in higher. Officials had estimated the cost of the plaza, which would include a fountain, a large piece of art and a seating area overlooking Center Lake, would be around $1.85 million. A …read more.

WINONA LAKE —  Kosciusko County Traffic Safety Partnership will be conducting overtime patrols during the holidays, thanks to an $84,860 traffic safety improvement grant from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The funds, distributed by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, are part of the state’s “Click It to Live It” program, which works to …read more.

WARSAW — A Warsaw man was recently arrested for allegedly dealing methamphetamine. Chad Everett Swope, 42, 5785 South Woodland Lane, Warsaw, was arrested on a  warrant from Kosciusko County for multiple counts of dealing in methamphetamine, a level 4 felony; and possession of methamphetamine, a level 6 felony. On July 3, NET43 Drug Task Force …read more.

NAPPANEE — After 50 years in operation, Amish Acres — one of the biggest tourist attractions in northern Indiana — is set to close at the end of 2019. According to Nappanee Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jeff Kitson, the locally-owned business is set to close after its Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Cabaret. The …read more.

WARSAW — Those looking for a unique gift for an educator this Holiday season to show their appreciation for their work in the classroom, on the field or court and at after school activities have an opportunity with the Warsaw Education Foundation. The Warsaw Education Foundation will provide the opportunity to recognize educators with an …read more.

WARSAW — Heartline Pregnancy Center recently announced an opportunity for donors to double the impact of their financial support through the end of 2019. Due to the generosity of several donors, all gifts of $100 or more will be matched dollar for dollar until donations have reached $44,000. With the matching funds, Heartline will receive …read more.

BOURBON — Triton School Corporation sixth-graders, FFA members and the Senior Squad members recently packed mini pack meals for under-resourced children around the world. According to a press release, in just two hours, 130 Triton Scholars packed 336 boxes that totaled 72,576 meals that will feed 198 children for a year.

LCB Promotes Melissa Blosser WARSAW — Lake City Bank announced that it has promoted Melissa J. Blosser to Vice President, Retail Banking Regional Manager. Blosser oversees the nine bank offices in St. Joseph and Elkhart counties and provides support to their individual office managers said a news release from Lake City Bank. She also serves …read more.

PIERCETON — A public meeting regarding the preliminary discussion of forming a fire territory will take place at the Pierceton Community Building at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. Representatives from Jackson, Monroe and Washington townships in Pierceton, along with town council members, will discuss possible tax increases based on the proposed budget for the creation …read more.

WARSAW — At the Kosciusko County Council meeting held Thursday, Nov. 14, a grant request by Chief Deputy Prosecutor Brad Voelz and Kosciusko County Teen Court Director Betsey Vastbinder was approved. The $129,039 grant is through the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. Voelz requested permission to reapply for the grant in 2020.  Vastbinder introduced Lana Horoho, …read more.

                  Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect a change in the route. Instead of taking Fort Wayne Street, the route will head east on Center Street. WARSAW —  Fans of the Warsaw Tigers Football team are being encouraged to line the streets as the …read more.

SOUTH WHITLEY — Whitko Community School Corporation held a special meeting of the Board of Education, Thursday, Nov. 14, to approve the Teachers’ Master Contract prior to the state deadline of Nov. 15, 2019. The board voted to approve the contract, which is a two-year contract, effective retroactively to the start of the school year …read more.

SYRACUSE — Wawasee Community School Corporation released the following letter Thursday, Nov. 14, signed by Dr. Tom Edington, superintendent; Rebecca Linnemeier, school board president; and Kim Jones and Angela Lortie, co-presidents of the Wawasee Community Educators Association: “Tuesday, November 19, is organizational day for the Indiana General Assembly. That day has also been designated as …read more.

WARSAW — A Goshen man was recently arrested on a warrant from Kosciusko County for the alleged theft of $8,000 in cash and clothing valued at $750 from a residence. David Lee Oxford, 41, 58788 SR 15 103, Goshen, was arrested on one count of theft, a level 6 felony. On Mar. 15, an officer …read more.

WARSAW – Farmers with forages or feeding hay this winter, are encouraged to join the Kosciusko County Purdue Extension on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. to assess the quality of their forages. The Kosciusko County Purdue Extension is located at 202 West Main Street, Warsaw. In 2019, farmers saw less than ideal conditions for …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) announced that the U.S. Navy has agreed to name a warship in honor of Senator Richard G. Lugar, Wednesday, Nov. 13. Senator Young will host a naming ceremony for the USS RICHARD G. LUGAR (DDG 136) in Indianapolis next Monday, November 18, where he will be joined by …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is proud to announce that the family of Bill and Molly Warren has pledged a gift toward Cardinal Services’ future home in Warsaw. The Warren’s son, Mark, has been a client of Cardinal since 1963 and made the very first donation toward the new building. Cardinal has benefitted from the family’s involvement …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools’ Board of Trustees discussed school bus stop arm violations during its monthly work session on Tuesday, Nov. 12. At the session, WCS Board Member Randy Polston asked those at the meeting about a pedestrian crossing at Lakeview Middle School. “Do we have or are we going to get stop signs …read more.

WARSAW — Edgewood Middle School eighth-grader Haley Rodewald was recognized Wednesday, Nov. 13, for winning a $500 Patriot’s Pen scholarship. The scholarship was presented by Robert Dockery, representing the VFW James W. Sittler Post 1126. “I was surprised to hear that I won,” said Rodewald. “This was such a great opportunity. My essay was about …read more.

WARSAW — A South Bend man was recently arrested for alleged theft from the Meijer in Warsaw. Corey Raymone Henderson, 38, 3920 Rocksverry Drive, South Bend, was arrested on a warrant from Kosciusko County Superior/Circuit Court in connection with the alleged theft of clothing from Meijer in Warsaw in late 2018. Henderson also faces a …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University named Maegan Pollonais as the new assistant director of student diversity and inclusion. Pollonais will serve in the new position in addition to her current role as director of Schwalm Hall, which houses upper-level undergraduate students, said a news release from Manchester University. In her expanded responsibilities, Pollonais will manage …read more.

WINONA LAKE — The demand for more affordable childcare is moving beyond the idea of finding enough good babysitters. In a Wednesday, Nov. 13 gathering that celebrated the one-year anniversary of LaunchPad, a coalition that was assembled by the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce to improve childcare services in Kosciusko County, attendees heard a series of …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community Schools Board of School Trustees approved a resolution to close Gateway Education Center during a meeting session on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The facility at 201 N. Union St., Warsaw, formerly served as Madison Elementary School until 2010, but has been used in recent years for alternative education classes and adult …read more.

AKRON — Valley Connects will host its first event in light of International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day, Saturday, Nov. 23 at the Akron Community Center. Valley Connects is a mental health awareness initiative that evolved from the Tippecanoe Valley Mental Health Task Force. The task force formed following the deaths by suicide of three …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools issued a statement thanking the Warsaw Police, Indiana State Police and the Kosciusko County Prosecutor’s Office “for their diligence in investigating and prosecuting the party responsible for the threats made against the high school on Sept. 18 and 27.” Mark A. Schultz, 46, Silver Lake, made bomb threat calls directly …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Fair Board of Directors got an earful from critics over the proposed changes to its governing bylaws that will be voted upon next week. Willard Brandt, a former fair association member, came to the Monday, Nov. 11 meeting with Rick Snodgrass, a longtime community leader, who became a fair association member …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Police Chief Greg Church was given a major surprise at the Tuesday evening, Nov. 12, meeting of the North Webster Town Council held at the North Webster Community Center. He was presented a glass plaque for his 25 years of service to the community by Council President Lisa Strombeck. “We cannot say …read more.

By Darla McCammon Many different things spring to mind right away with a title like “The Saturday Evening Girls.” From 1899 to 1969 this organization, sometimes called a “club”, came upon the scene. It began when a young woman named Edith Guerrier took a letter of introduction penned by her uncle, William Garrison, in order …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — North Webster-Tippecanoe Township Chamber of Commerce board of directors appointed Tammy Waliczek, Dixie Haven Resort, as the new secretary and Kim Bolt, Mutual Bank, treasurer. She will continue in the office. The chamber held its regular meeting Monday, Nov. 11, in the chamber office in the Tippecanoe Township Building. Jim Smith presided. …read more.

WARSAW —  Kosciusko County Commissioners approved Cardinal Services Executive Vice President Matt Boren’s recommendation for a new Kosciusko Area Bus Service general manager on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Boren introduced Tony Peterson, Akron, at the commissioners meeting held Tuesday. Peterson has been employed with Cardinal Services for 16 years. “He really has an incredible understanding of …read more.

WARSAW — A suspect in an Oct. 8 shooting in Warsaw that injured two people has been arrested in Elkhart County. Russell Keigan Harty, 18, 1306 Oriole Drive, Warsaw, was booked in the Elkhart County Correctional Facility on Sunday, Nov. 10. He was wanted on two felony warrants for probation violation and robbery. The shooting …read more.

WARSAW — Two local school corporations will be closed on Tuesday, Nov. 19, as teachers support “Red for Ed” Day in Indianapolis. Warsaw Community Schools and Whitko Community Schools will both be closed. Thousands of Indiana teachers will be rallying at the Indiana Statehouse on Nov. 19 for changes to education. As of Tuesday, Nov. …read more.

SYRACUSE — Indiana ranks dead last in the United States in teacher salary increases during the last 15 years. Twenty-one percent of all school districts will receive less state funding than the previous year. Those are among the reasons a rally will be held Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Statehouse in Indianapolis to encourage more …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Solid Waste Board approved a request by Director Tom Ganser to pursue quotes for fencing at the KC Recycling Depot on Union Street in Warsaw at its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12. The fencing would serve as a deterrent against unauthorized dumping of items at the Warsaw site, specifically dumping …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Board of Zoning Appeals heard two different home-related business requests at the meeting held Tuesday, Nov. 12. Robert  Mayhew, 10954 North CR 500E, Syracuse, requested an exception to allow a home-based business in an agricultural district. Attorney Scott Reust, representing Mayhew, explained that the business specializes in building and selling food …read more.

AKRON — Anyone looking for a way to give back this Christmas season can sponsor a family in need within the Tippecanoe Valley School Corporation through the Miracle Tree program. Miracle Tree has been a holiday tradition in the Rochester community for more than a decade thanks to the Mill Creek Missionary Church, but because of …read more.

WARSAW — Susie McEntire will be returning to Warsaw for her Christmas Tour at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, in the Lakeview Middle School auditorium. This is a free show; however, concertgoers are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped gift to benefit Warsaw’s Toys for Tots program. To date, this event has collected over $30,000 …read more.

PIERCETON — One person died after a two-vehicle accident on SR 13, Pierceton. At approximately 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, Pierceton and Sidney Fire Departments responded to a report of a vehicle accident involving a semi and an SUV at 5077 S. SR 13, near East CR 500S, Pierceton. A passenger in the SUV was …read more.

WARSAW — It’s been 10 years since Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Jeffery B. Shaw passed away. On Nov. 12, 2009, Shaw was responding to a call when his patrol vehicle was struck by a large truck that had crossed the centerline of the roadway on SR 14, west of CR 100E. He was employed …read more.

WARSAW — William Miller, Warsaw, was recognized as Veteran of the Month at the Kosciusko Commissioners meeting Tuesday, Nov. 12.  Miller was born Dec. 1, 1965, in Columbia City, to Lloyd and Barbara Miller. Due to Miller’s father’s job, the family moved back and forth between Arizona and Indiana.  In 1985, at the age of …read more.

SYRACUSE — Turkey Creek fire and township boards Monday, Nov. 11, both unanimously approved Fire Chief Mickey Scott’s request to purchase a 2019 demo ambulance to replace the department’s 2016 ambulance, which was heavily damaged in an accident in August. The boards allocated up to $295,000 for the purchase of the vehicle and an automated …read more.

WARSAW — A pet food drive for Combined Community Services will be held at Tractor Supply Company, Warsaw, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23. Dog food, cat food or monetary donations of any kind are most welcome. Funds will be used to buy pet food, according to a a news release from …read more.

Editor’s note: This story has been updated with new statistics. WARSAW — It was a rough day for motorists in Kosciusko County as they traversed their first slick roads of the winter season Monday, Nov. 11. Here’s an updated list of statistics from the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office: Since the beginning of the snowfall Monday, …read more.

NORTH MANCHESTER — Manchester University Theater presents “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” an award-winning play based on the novel by Mark Haddon and adapted by Simon Stephens Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 15-16 and 2 p.m. Nov. 17 in Cordier Auditorium on the North Manchester campus. This show won the …read more.

WARSAW — The Warsaw Community High School theater department will be performing Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella from Nov. 22 to 24. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22; 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23; and a matinee at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. Tickets are on sale weekdays at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at …read more.

WARSAW — Kosciusko County Fair Board approved plans on Monday, Nov. 11,  to restructure ticket prices for the annual fair. The price of admission had been $5 for adults (13 and up) and $3 for children (6-12). Beginning next year, admission for anyone age 10 and older will be $8 and it will include admission …read more.

WARSAW — Snow showers are expected to continue past midnight Monday and into Tuesday as much of northern Indiana gets its first seasonal blast of snow. Mid-afternoon snowfall Monday, Nov. 11, appeared to be on its way to meeting the predicted two to four inches of snow expected in Kosciusko County, the National Weather Service …read more.

From left, John Sadler, John C. Peterson Post 49 Post Commander John Mort and Thomas Kinch. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels. WARSAW — VFW Post 1126 and American Legion Post 49 hosted the annual Veterans Day event at Center Lake Pavilion Monday, Nov. 11. Keynote Speaker Ken Locke. InkFreeNews photo by Lasca Randels. Salvation Army …read more.

WARSAW — Dustin Mayer is on a mission. Not exactly like one when he was in the US Marines. But it’s a different mission: a mission to save the lives of fellow veterans. A Goshen native, Mayer lives in Warsaw with his family. He graduated from Whitko High School in 1993. Both of his grandfathers …read more.

WARSAW — Main on Main Comedy Improv Troupe will return again for a show at Wire & Steam Coffee Company in Warsaw at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21. The show is free and family friendly. Main on Main will perform improvised scenes and games made up “on the spot” in front of the audience. Improv …read more.

WARSAW — In Warsaw, there are dozens of restaurants to dine at for a quick, casual lunch or an exquisite dinner. However, a unique lunch experience all prepared by local high school students has recently opened to the public for the 2019-20 school year. Located in the Warsaw Area Career Center, the Blue Apron Restaurant …read more.

WARSAW — From the files of the Kosciusko County Historical Society. Nov. 12, 1963 — For the second time within a year, the Whitley-Kosciusko county areas were startled with the revelation that a young person committed murder. A Whitley County woman confessed to officers that she murdered her mother in the family’s farm home four …read more.

WARSAW — Plain Township Fire Department and EMS responded to a trailer fire at Suburban Acres Mobile Home Park, Warsaw. At approximately 9:20 a.m. Monday, Nov. 11, fire personnel responded to a report of an explosion at a trailer in the park. The trailer was located at 3699 North CR 175E, Lot 136. According to …read more.

WARSAW — The upcoming cold spell might be a little colder than first expected. On top of a forecast for Monday, Nov. 11, that includes a 100% chance of snow through the day and night, the National Weather Service has revised how cold it will be Tuesday night. A winter weather advisory will be in …read more.

MENTONE — Bell Memorial Public Library announced its events for the upcoming week. Monday, Nov. 11, is Veteran’s Day. Bell Memorial Public library will be open from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. New books are coming soon. Please note that some books are pre-ordered. The library does not receive them until after they are published. …read more.

NORTH WEBSTER — Learn how to keep yourself, your family and your community safe in a program at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 18, at North Webster Community Public Library. Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office personnel will present a program on public safety, offering tips and advice for personal safety as well as what citizens can do …read more.

WARSAW — Chonda Pierce, a Christian comedian, performed at the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts on Nov. 1 and presented a $1,500 check to support assistance to veterans. The Salvation Army serves veterans and their families in Kosciusko County through its Operation V.A.L.O.R. program.  

By Ann Zydek Library Director In 2020, the Warsaw Community Public Library will develop a new five-year strategic plan. Current library focus areas are access to the Internet, technology, special equipment and information; resources to enrich reading and leisure activities and stimulate imagination — collections, community connections and programs; and visit comfortable, safe, physical and …read more.

FORT WAYNE — History was made this year as six local colleges and universities raised a record-breaking 57,263 pounds of food in an event known as “U Can Crush Hunger.” The collective efforts of Huntington University, Indiana Tech, Ivy Tech, Manchester University, Purdue University Fort Wayne, and the University of Saint Francis pushed totals beyond …read more.

An interesting dynamic is lining up ahead of Warsaw City Council’s plan to hire its own attorney. Mayor Joe Thallemer is doing his best to stay out of the way as council moves toward hiring a city council attorney. While Thallemer says there are alternative sources of legal advice beyond City Attorney Scott Reust that …read more.

NAPPANEE — The Nappanee Public Library (NPL) announced its events for the week of Nov. 9-15. The Beginnings: Nappanee & Locke Saturday, Nov. 9,10-11 a.m. at the Nappanee Center, 302 West Market St. Join our Heritage Collection staff as they dive into how Locke became that little ghost town along the side of the road. …read more.

LEESBURG — On Friday, Oct. 4, Leesburg Elementary School hosted its fifth annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration. Leesburg families with Hispanic roots brought in a wide variety of traditional foods, drinks and desserts to share together in a lively convivio (fellowship) in the school cafeteria to celebrate their heritage with other parents, students and staff members. …read more.

WARSAW — Funkdafied Wrestling Federation presents Aftershock, Saturday, Nov. 9 at the City-County Athletic Complex, Warsaw.  Just three weeks after Funkamania XVII, Northern Indiana’s premier professional wrestling promotion has a card full of action, said a news release from the FWF. Funkamania saw many rivalries reach a boiling point, and at Aftershock, many will see …read more.

SYRACUSE — Tips from the public led to another NET43 investigation and the arrest of four people Thursday night, Nov. 7. Investigators began receiving tips about activity at a home in the Syracuse area. Undercover detectives eventually made controlled purchases of methamphetamine from people living at 4484 East 1300N in Syracuse, according to a news …read more.

WARSAW — On Oct. 17 and 18, Warsaw Community High School trained 58 peer leaders and 28 adult advisors to continue the implementation of the social-emotional wellness initiative “Sources of Strength.” This initiative started during the 2018-19 school year and continues to grow. Sources of Strength is an evidence-based suicide prevention program that harnesses the …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw Community Schools issued a news release on Friday, Nov. 8, in response to news of a “fight club” at Lincoln Elementary School. On Tuesday, Nov. 5, a teacher at Lincoln Elementary contacted the administration and the School Resource Officer about students who were fighting in the restroom. It was later determined that …read more.

WARSAW — Through a grant from K21 Health Foundation, Baker Youth Club recently added equipment to its Exergame Room. In 2018, Baker Youth Club approached K21 Health Foundation with an idea to get kids to move more by incorporating their love of technology with physical activity. A $50,000 grant was used to establish the K21 …read more.

WARSAW — Sixth grade students at Jefferson Elementary School recently completed a six-week sustainable gardening unit using tower gardens generously donated by local Warsaw company Da-Lite/Legrand. Students had the opportunity to grow arugula, gourmet lettuce, bibb lettuce, chard and basil. Throughout this unit, students experimented with water conditions, light conditions and a variety of seed …read more.

WARSAW — From a pile of statistics displayed in an hour-long presentation Thursday night, Nov. 7, came a fairly succinct assessment about Indiana’s school funding policy: The amount of money for students is not keeping pace with inflation and is being strained further by the state’s voucher funding policy. That was the bottom line from …read more.

From left, are Dan Woods, Alan Alderfer, and Elim Smith. InkFreeNews photo by Liz Shepherd. WARSAW — The operator of a topless bar in North Webster cleared one hurdle Thursday, Nov. 7, but is facing another. The Kosciusko County Alcohol and Tobacco Commission on Thursday approved an alcoholic beverage permit for Nightshift Gentleman’s Club, North …read more.

WARSAW — A dozen Kosciusko County military veterans were honored with handmade quilts during a Threads of Valor luncheon at the Pete Thorn Center, Warsaw on Thursday, Nov. 7. The event took place ahead of Veterans Day on Monday, Nov. 11. With the upcoming holiday in mind, Ken Locke, Administrator of Salvation Army of Warsaw, …read more.

LEESBURG — The Fieldhouse is still looking for sign-ups for its two-day cheer clinic on Nov. 16-17. This event is open for any K-5th-grade students in area and surrounding counties. The cost is $40 for both days. The Nov. 16 clinic will be from 4-7 p.m. The Nov. 17 clinic will be from 11 a.m.-2 …read more.

WABASH — Jackie Evancho will return to the Ford Theater stage as part of the Wabash Valley Music Association series, presented by Parkview Wabash Hospital. Evancho, a multi-platinum recording artist, will match her extraordinary voice with the “New American Songbook” during her 2019 tour, which makes its stop at the Honeywell Center, Saturday, Nov. 23 …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Stonehenge Golf Club held a ribbon-cutting for its new Trackman Simulator, Wednesday, Nov. 6. The Trackman Simulator is the latest addition to the Stonehenge Golf Club and its Golf Academy. The technology provides golfers of all skill levels with a state of the art virtual training environment. The simulator is located in …read more.

WARSAW — The Parkview Warsaw Center for Healthy Living, located inside the Parkview Warsaw YMCA, is offering a check-up day from 7 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. Patients can take advantage of various screenings and discounted lab work, including lipid profiles, hemoglobin, A1C, TSH and PSA tests. Spanish translation services will also be available …read more.

From left: Tim Croy, Town Council Member; Barb Ross, Clerk-Treasurer; and Jill Gross, Town Council President. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. MENTONE — The Mentone Town Council rejected a fee-for-service agreement from the Kosciusko County Economic Development Corporation (KEDCo) at its monthly meeting, Nov. 6. During the council meeting on June 5, KEDCo proposed that …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko County Area Plan Commission approved both a rezoning and preliminary plat request during the meeting held today, Nov. 6. David Caswell was petitioning to rezone 20 acres of land from an Agricultural District to Agricultural II District. The land is located at the intersection of CR 200S and CR 600W, Warsaw. …read more.

INDIANAPOLIS — Hoosiers recently participated in the 18th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take-Back Day” by visiting Indiana State Police Posts, locations sponsored by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency and the Indiana Board of Pharmacy, and other sites across the state. “Kudos to everyone who helped protect their loved ones from substance misuse by safely disposing of …read more.

WINONA LAKE — Grace College’s theater department will present the musical “The Addams Family” on Nov. 15, 16, 21-23. “The Addams Family” will be presented on Nov. 15, 16, 21 – 23. The performances will be in the Little Theatre in Philathea Hall on the Grace College Campus, 1499 Alpha Drive, Winona Lake. Tickets are …read more.

WARSAW — Cardinal Services is looking for volunteers to act as Cardinal Elves. Cardinal Services provides services to approximately 275 adults. The organization is looking for volunteers to help assure that all of these adults receive a gift over the holidays. To become an Elf, e-mail [email protected]. Specify whether you are located in Kosciusko, Marshall, Cass …read more.

SYRACUSE — Paula Kehr-Wicker, Republican, was elected to her second term as clerk-treasurer for the town of Syracuse following Tuesday’s municipal election. She defeated her Democratic opponent Tim Yeager. Kehr-Wicker received 109 votes to Yeager’s 34 votes, carrying all four of the town precincts. Also winning were Tom Hoover, Syracuse Council District 3; Larry Marindale, …read more.

WARSAW — All precincts had reported in by 7:27 p.m. ending a long day for poll workers. But the work continued for election staff at the Justice Building, getting equipment put away and ballots processed through the main election computers. Here are the final results City of Warsaw Mayor Joe Thallemer — 942 Clerk-Treasurer Lynne …read more.

WARSAW — The polls closed at 6 p.m. and the first precinct came rolling in to the Justice Building at 6:30 p.m. Leesburg was the first to report in followed by several Warsaw wards reporting in at 6:45 p.m. Election staff distributed the first printout of votes at 7:12 p.m.  This tabulation included absentee ballots …read more.

WARSAW — Dr. Phil Downs, superintendent of Southwest Allen County Schools and Indiana Superintendent of the Year, will hold a presentation from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. The presentation will take place at the Warsaw Performing Arts Center at Warsaw Community High School. Downs’ presentation, “Follow the Money: An Analysis of Why Public …read more.

WARSAW — Lake City Bank recently announced that Kylee M. Coughenour has been promoted to financial wellness officer, working out of the bank’s Rochester office. In this new role, Coughenour coordinates the bank’s Financial Wellness Partner Program, which provides free financial literacy workshops for employees of local businesses. Coughenour works with Lake City Bank branch …read more.

Claypool Town Council member Eugene Warner casts his vote during the town’s municipal election Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 5. InkFreeNews photo by Kory Stoneburner-Betts. WARSAW —  Voter turnout in today’s municipal election appeared to be somewhat light around the noon hour. Polls will remain open until 6 p.m. Tuesday. In addition to Warsaw, other communities having …read more.

WARSAW — The Time Out Inn in Warsaw was awarded a Miller Lite and a Coors Light commemorative plaque from MillerCoors Brewing Company and Five Star Distributing. The Time Out Inn ranks in the top one percent of sales in an on-premise “bar” establishment for both Miller Lite and Coors Light in the entire state …read more.

WARSAW — The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for 2019 Chamber Awards. Nominations must be submitted by Dec. 6. The Chamber annually honors businesses and individuals for their significant role in driving Kosciusko’s business community and economic growth. Winners will be announced at the Chamber’s annual membership dinner in January 2020. Award recipients …read more.

WARSAW — The National Weather Service predicts a chance of rain and snow Wednesday night, Nov. 6, and Thursday morning. Today will be dry and partly sunny with a high near 42 and a low near 29. Wednesday will see a high near 50 with wind gusts as high as 25 mph. Wednesday night comes …read more.

By Darla McCammon Last week, we invited you to visit the new Warsaw City Hall art exhibit featuring Steve Creighton. If you recall, I compared Creighton’s style of work to that of the Dutch Golden Age artists such as that wrought by one of the most famous artists of all time: Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn, …read more.

Jeff Rowe, Baker Tilly, speaks to Warsaw City Council Monday night, Nov. 4. InkFreeNews photo by Dan Spalding. WARSAW — A consultant offered a positive critique of city finances Monday night, Nov. 4, and suggested a few ways to improve upon its fiscal standing. Jeff Rowe, a partner and CPA with Baker Tilly, spoke to …read more.

WARSAW — Warsaw’s December First Friday event “Hometown Holly Days” features ice carvers. The deadline to submit ice sculpture sponsorship forms and payments is Nov. 29. “Hometown Holly Days” will also have carriage rides, Twinkle Light Parade and Light up the Night at Central Park. To learn more, contact the WCDC at (574) 267-6311, ext. …read more.

WARSAW — As the Kosciusko County Drug Court Program approaches the end of its sixth year of operation, a ceremony was held Monday, Nov. 4, in recognition of the 50th graduate of the program.  Scott Farmer, the program’s 50th graduate, was presented with a certificate and a medallion by Kosciusko Circuit Court Judge Michael Reed. …read more.

SYRACUSE — “When I woke up this morning, I didn’t think I would be buying a school,” said Richard Gingerich of Nappanee. Richard and Regina Gingerich’s bid of $105,000 was the winning bid in the real estate auction Monday afternoon, Nov. 4, for the property of the former Syracuse Elementary School on Brooklyn Street. The …read more.